LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB)vsSeaboard Corporation (SEB)
LYB
LyondellBasell Industries NV
$77.19
+1.55%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $24.49B
SEB
Seaboard Corporation
$5,405.30
+3.78%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $3.85B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
LyondellBasell Industries NV generates 207% more annual revenue ($30.15B vs $9.82B). SEB leads profitability with a 4.0% profit margin vs -2.5%. SEB appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 0.65. SEB earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 65/100 (B-).
LYB
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
SEB
Strong Buy65
out of 100
Grade: B-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Intrinsic value data unavailable for LYB.
Margin of Safety
+71.0%
Fair Value
$19183.79
Current Price
$5405.30
$13778.49 discount
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Reasonable price relative to book value
Attractively priced relative to earnings
Reasonable price relative to book value
Earnings expanding 67.5% YoY
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Growing faster than its price suggests
Areas to Watch
ROE of -7.0% — below average capital efficiency
Revenue declined 9.2%
Earnings declined 87.7%
Currently unprofitable
4.0% margin — thin
Operating margin of 3.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : LYB
The strongest argument for LYB centers on Price/Book. PEG of 1.47 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bull Case : SEB
The strongest argument for SEB centers on P/E Ratio, Price/Book, EPS Growth. Revenue growth of 14.5% demonstrates continued momentum. PEG of 0.65 suggests the stock is reasonably priced for its growth.
Bear Case : LYB
The primary concerns for LYB are Return on Equity, Revenue Growth, EPS Growth.
Bear Case : SEB
The primary concerns for SEB are Profit Margin, Operating Margin. Thin 4.0% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
LYB profiles as a turnaround stock while SEB is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
LYB carries more volatility with a beta of 0.67 — expect wider price swings.
SEB is growing revenue faster at 14.5% — sustainability is the question.
LYB generates stronger free cash flow (79M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
SEB scores higher overall (65/100 vs 42/100) and 14.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Strong Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
LyondellBasell Industries NV
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
LyondellBasell Industries N.V. (NYSE: LYB) is a Dutch-domiciled multinational chemical company with American and British roots, incorporated in the Netherlands, with U.S. operations headquarters in Houston, Texas, and offices in London, UK. The company is the largest licensor of polyethylene and polypropylene technologies. It also produces ethylene, propylene, polyolefins, and oxyfuels.
Seaboard Corporation
INDUSTRIALS · CONGLOMERATES · USA
Seaboard Corporation is a global agribusiness and transportation company. The company is headquartered in Merriam, Kansas.
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